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Automotive News

This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

No Camaro or Corvette News from Detroit - Where are the Z/28 and ZR1?

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2017 - 1:50PM

The 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit will come to a close this weekend without any big debuts for the Chevrolet Camaro or Corvette, so if the Camaro Z28 or Corvette ZR1 is going to debut for the 2018 model year – we need to look forward to the New York and Chicago auto shows.

2018 Ford Mustang Drops the V6, Gains V8 Power and a 10-speed Transmission

By Patrick Rall on January 18, 2017 - 11:49AM

Shortly after we brought you the video showing the 2018 Ford Mustang GT yesterday morning, the Motor Company rolled out their first official statement on the new pony car and while the exterior refresh is the big story right now, the drivetrain information is just as important – with the turbo 4 and V8 getting more power and new transmissions while the V6 is gone altogether.

Tesla To Make Model 3 Electric Motors At Gigafactory

By Dave Ashton on January 18, 2017 - 9:11AM

Tesla will be making the electric motors for their Model 3 sedan at its Gigafactory, Nevada it was recently announced along with their battery production from now on.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 2017 Subaru Impreza

Subaru’s Global Plan: Less in Japan More in U.S.; What it Means for Consumers

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2017 - 8:33AM

Subaru has a new plan for 2017 and it means less in Japan and more in the US. Why will production in Japan drop?

2018 Nissan Frontier, 2017 Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado

New Nissan Navara Special Edition Makes World Debut; Does it Preview the New Frontier?

By Denis Flierl on January 18, 2017 - 7:56AM

Nissan unveils a new special edition Navara pickup in Europe. Does it preview the next-generation Nissan Frontier?

Can The 2017 Genesis G90 Top The Rest In The Luxury Car Market?

By Dave Ashton on January 18, 2017 - 6:07AM

The Genesis line of vehicles from Hyundai is lining up to take on the big boys in the luxury car market and here's why.

Hey! Let’s stop comparing Honda Ridgeline to Ford F150

By Parks McCants on January 17, 2017 - 6:53PM

Someone did it again: As I scanned the internet Saturday night, a click-bait caption hooked me, "Honda's 2017 Ridgeline pickup is cool, but is it really a truck?" I went in for the kill.

See the Hellcat-Powered Ram Concept at the Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2017 - 3:46PM

Although Ford is using the 2017 Detroit Auto Show to introduce their refreshed 2018 F150, no trucks are better represented in the Motor City than the Ram Brand trucks – which has a big section packed with different types of vehicles to draw in truck lovers of all kinds, including the Hellcat Hemi-powered Ram Rebel TRX Concept.

Patent Application Hints At Special Edition Rolls-Royce Wraith

By Will Maley on January 17, 2017 - 3:40PM

Rolls-Royce isn't only known for building ultra-luxury vehicles, but engines for airplanes. A new patent application possibly reveals a new special edition model paying homage to one of their most famous engines.

Tesla Motors News Includes Supercharger Rates

Week's Tesla News Includes Supercharger Rates, Staffing, Gigafactory, Stock News

By John Goreham on January 17, 2017 - 3:21PM

This week was a busy one for Tesla Motors. In his weekly news reporting Alex Guberman, Tesla expert nd owner lays out the updates.

More families turn to Toyota's dealerships for certified pre-owned cars than any other.

By John Goreham on January 17, 2017 - 2:52PM

Toyota Now Largest Seller of Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles In U.S.A.

Meet the 800hp 2017 Chevrolet Yenko Corvette Grand Sport

By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2017 - 12:08PM

The most powerful factory-built Chevrolet Corvette on the market right now is the 650hp Z06, but for those Corvette fans who want much more power and a spread of historic badges – the 800 horsepower Yenko Corvette Grand Sport from Specialty Vehicle Engineering might be just what the doctor ordered.

The 2018 Ford Mustang GT and the 2015 Ford Mustang GT

New-Look 2018 Ford Mustang Revealed Online

By Patrick Rall on January 17, 2017 - 9:56AM

While Ford Motor Company hasn’t officially introduced the 2018 Ford Mustang, a video posted to the YouTube account of the enthusiast community Mustang6g appears to reveal the restyled pony car from every side – most notably showing off the facelifted front end.

2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX, 2017 Subaru Impreza

Subaru Expands "Build and Buy" WRX STI Online; How They Go After a New Generation of Buyers

By Denis Flierl on January 17, 2017 - 8:39AM

Subaru Australia is expanding their WRX STI “Build and Buy” online concept to include the new Impreza. How will a new generation of buyers respond?

What Makes the 2017 Hyundai Elantra The Car To Buy This Year

By Dave Ashton on January 17, 2017 - 6:04AM

Hyundai's Elantra GT or as it's known in Europe the i30 may not be as elevated as some of its competitors, but being a happy medium in the market may sometimes win out in the end. Here's why the 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT could be a strong contender this year.

Audi's SQ5 Rounds Out The Q5 lineup nicely adding a high-performance option to the 2018 lineup.

2018 Audi SQ5 Is Feature-Packed Performance Machine

By Marc Stern on January 16, 2017 - 10:00PM

From the annals of the recent Detroit Auto Show comes the unveiling of the all-new, second-generation Audi SQ5. The SQ5 rounds out the Q5 lineup.

Dodge Flexes its Muscles at the Detroit Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2017 - 1:54PM

Those folks attending the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit this week will have no problem recognizing what the Dodge brand is all about – with a gorgeous spread of colorful high performance cars and a chance to drive a Hellcat Challenger in the virtual world.

What We Know About Mercedes-AMG's Upcoming Hypercar

By Will Maley on January 16, 2017 - 11:56AM

Mercedes-AMG has been teasing us for the past few months with their upcoming hypercar. But we now have some new details, including where it will make its debut.

2017 Subaru Levorg, BTCC, Colin Turkington

Why Subaru Heads into 2017 BTCC Season Minus One Key Driver

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2017 - 11:44AM

Subaru’s Team BMR had a fantastic first season in the British Touring Car Championship. What key driver will be missing in 2017?

The 2018 Ford F150 Refresh is a Good One

By Patrick Rall on January 16, 2017 - 11:12AM

The 2018 Ford F150 is on display right now at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and with a handful of new trucks lined up next to the models currently on sale, I think that many attendees will agree that this refresh is a good one.

New Tesla Model S P100D GT Can Hit 60MPH in Only 2 Seconds

By Dave Ashton on January 16, 2017 - 10:44AM

If you thought the Tesla model S was fast, it's just got that bit faster with a race spec. GT model capable of 0-60mph in 2.1 seconds.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Vehicle owners keep the longest?

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - The Vehicle More Owners Keep Longer

By John Goreham on January 16, 2017 - 9:53AM

A new study reveals that the number one vehicle owners keep longer than ten years is the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

We update our Lexus ES 300h coverage as it approaches its redesign.

2017 Lexus ES 300h Glides Comfortably Into Middle Age

By John Goreham on January 16, 2017 - 9:44AM

The ES 300h in its current form has been on the market now for nearly five years. Here is how it is staying competitive.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, EV

7 Reasons Why the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Becomes the Brand's Hot New CUV

By Denis Flierl on January 16, 2017 - 7:30AM

Here’s 7 reasons why the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek will be the brand’s hot new CUV.

VW’s I.D. Buzz Takes Cues From Past, Still Thoroughly Modern

By Marc Stern on January 15, 2017 - 11:33PM

Volkswagen unveiled its new I.D. Buzz concept car at the Detroit Auto Show. The lines show the Buzz takes cues from the past, but it is also very much in the future.

Subaru Brings WRX S4 with Significant Power Upgrades to Tokyo Auto Salon; Will it See Production?

By Denis Flierl on January 15, 2017 - 8:39AM

Subaru unveils the WRX S4 sports sedan at the Tokyo Auto Salon with extra power and other tweaks for performance fans. Will the extra power make it to a production model?

Honda Motor Company commits to brand-wide electrification

By Parks McCants on January 14, 2017 - 11:54PM

75% of all new Honda cars and light trucks introduced over the next 13 years will be electrified, one way or another, in a quest for greatly reduced emissions and CARB compliant fuel efficiency. In effect, Honda Motor Company just committed to brand-wide electrification.

Auto show LEGO surprise, Batman!

By Mary Conway on January 14, 2017 - 7:04PM

Last night, Chevrolet sent out the Bat signal. Today, Batman responded with a full-sized LEGO Batmobile at the Detroit auto show.

How the Newly-Redesigned Subaru WRX STI is Expanding its Global Influence

By Denis Flierl on January 14, 2017 - 8:28AM

The 2018 Subaru WRX STI gets new upgrades and it will now be sold on a new continent. Where is the STI going next?

Takata, at one time the worlds second-largest airbag manufacturer, settled its airbag recall for $1 billion.

Takata Settles Airbag Recall For $1 billion; 3 Ex-Execs Charged

By Marc Stern on January 13, 2017 - 9:59PM

The Takata airbag recall wound down on Friday as the Japanese manufacturer agreed to pay $1 billion in penalties and compensation. Three former executives were also charged.

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